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Love What You Do: Spotlight on Richard Parker
What I like about Richard most is that he enjoys helping and inspiring others to live their dreams. For the last 18 years, he's been able to do that through his company, Diomo Corporation. Find out why Richard loves what he does!
Dream Big, I Promise to Laugh!
Have you forgotten how to dream? Not taking much time to focus on your goals and plan your next BIG move? Read on and get a dose of inspiration and key tips on goal setting...DARE TO DREAM BIG!
Timing and the Right Public Relations Firm - Keys to a Successful PR Campaign
Public relations can go beyond local media. The right pitch can get your company national exposure and lead to appearances on talk shows, as well as speaking engagements at various events and seminars.
Fame! I Wanna Live Forever, Don't You?
The local celebrity, your Average Joe, somehow finds their way into the limelight to get exposure and yes ... even fame. Find out some tips on how you too can join their ranks and promote your business or yourself!
Love What You Do: Spotlight on Medium Margo Joy
I never thought I would meet a medium at a networking event, but I actually did. Margo is amazing at what she does ... just remember to think only good thoughts when around her, because well, she's a mind reader. Find out about her amazing abilities and why she LOVES WHAT SHE DOES!
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Daniell Washington
It is so inspiring to see young girls going after their dream and have so much vision. At only 21 years old, she's on her way to creating a television show for children about the ocean and its amazing creatures. Her company is called The Big Blue & You Foundation. Find out more about why she LOVES what she does!
Back To School...Back To You!
Well, the kids are officially back in school, which means it's back to the routine. Soccer practice. Carpools. PTA meetings. Homework. It seems like there is never a moment for YOU once that school bells ‘rings'. I'm sure you would agree that finding any 'Me' time to start or maintain a fitness or weight loss program seems nearly impossible most days.
Eliminate Shame from Your Game
Most industry experts agree that taking a proactive approach towards your financial concerns is a more effective way to handle the stress that it puts on you and your family in the short and long term. Let's be frank, financial problems rarely sneak up on you. Most people don't wake up suddenly 30 days late on their mortgage. When you see those issues start to become a reality, take a few proactive steps.
The Boss is Dead
Some of us are born into families with "it," some of us are just driven over the edge to "it," and some of us crave "it" but just haven't figured out how to attain "it." That "it" is an entrepreneurial spirit that is a powerful force that can be the key to your success, and yes ... sometimes even failure.
Secrets to Success for Business Owners
Take a minute and absorb these tips that can lead you to success in your business, and your life for that matter!
Viral Marketing: Word of Mouth Marketing Success
So, you just started your business and your marketing budget is slim to none. Don't fret. Maybe the viral marketing power of word-of-mouth can drive business to your door. But without clients or marketing, how can you get word-of-mouth started?
Wanna Design on a Dime or For None at All?
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Designing on dime or none at all sounds sweet, huh? You read it right, that's no typo. Although, there are many forms of designers, in this edition of Live the Good Life on Zero Cash, I'd like to talk to you about graphic designers. There are many creative ways you can hire a designer at a low cost or even barter to improve your brand identity for your small business.
Credit Repair - The Right Way
Drowning in a sea of debt? As a small business owner, your credit can help you to get loans and much more. Learn how to clean up your act - the right way!
If You Want to Get Clients, You'll Have to Talk to Them
Don't hide behind your company name, expensive marketing literature, and a website. It's time to come from behind the shadows and let people know who you are. The personal touch works all the time. Let people know your story and you'll see a huge difference!
Make Your Escape, Before it's Too Late!
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Call it what you want, it's something that we might all go through with owning our own business and in order to recharge our batteries, we need a break. When was the last time you truly gave to yourself? Learn some low-cost vacation tips now!
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on John A. Little
John Little is a personal finance expert who has helped many people get out of debt or start making the transition to take control of their financial destiny ... hence the title of his first book, Control Your Financial Destiny. Get to know him and see why he LOVES what he does!
Starbucks: The New Crack or Marketing Genius?
Attention Starbucks addicts: This one is for you. Realize you are not alone. It's time to face your addiction and ask yourself what keeps drawing you back. The caffeine or just good marketing?
Sorry, Never Heard of Ya ... Click
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Let's face it, marketing opens doors and avoids many phone hang-ups. Advertising is just one of the many functions under the marketing umbrella that can help you get your name out there and help you with brand recognition. Wouldn't it be cool to do that on zero cash?
Three Easy Ways to Boost Your Business With Networking
In business, networking plays a determinant factor in your growth and your success. So, why do so many people jump from one networking event to another without any results and complain that networking is not working? Networking is a way of life. It is one of the fastest ways to grow your business and one of the most cost-efficient marketing tools.
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Toni Blackman
Toni Blackman, founder of Lyrical Embassy has been helping others for the last 10 years with presentation/performance coaching, and consulting and artist development. Find out why she loves what she does!
Creative Brainstorming Techniques
Brainstorming is a great technique for generating creative ideas. Generally performed in groups, it's a fun way to get lots of fresh ideas out on the table and get everyone thinking and pulling together.
Marketing the Real You
Being genuine sells ... hard to believe, but true. This article touches on the way we have been taught to believe how selling yourself should be. However, you'd be surprised how your profits might increase if you take off the 'sales' mask and just be yourself.
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Michelle Wild
For the last seven years, Michelle Wild has been taking photos of everything from fashion models, boudoir images, private parties, to even some very intimate images that might make you blush, since they are a bit on the wild side.
The Power of Two! Learn the Benefits of Collaboration
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Ever need a helping hand, but have never thought to ask? Concerned with doing everything on your own? What is the deal with entrepreneurs? Why do we consistently feel we have to carry the weight of the world on our shoulders? Well, I plan to share with you the power of two. I'm going to give you tips on the benefits of joining forces with others and how you can use barter to do it.
Being Unique is a Good Thing ... Isn't It?
New entrepreneurs frequently hear the advice to "be unique" in their marketing. The basic idea is a valuable one — to get attention in a crowded marketplace, you must stand out in some way.
The Essentials of Guerrilla Marketing
As marketing continues to change, the secrets of guerrilla marketing continue to change. There are 18 guerrilla marketing secrets, and they guarantee you will exceed your most optimistic projections.
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Joe Nunziata
Love What You Do!: A job is suppose to be boring, hard, and a chore that just pays the bills … well, that's what most of society think about their 9-5. I never agreed with that gloomy point of view. In this feature, we'll highlight some MOLI members who escaped their 9-5 to live their dream!
Don't Bite Off More Than You Can Chew
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Trading with others is loads of fun and an easy way to save your cash; from one to one barters to offering your goods to thousands in a barter exchange. It's true that once you get the hang of it, you can become a bartering machine! But hey…not so fast Speedy Gonzalez, you might overload yourself if you're not careful.
Dr. Marketing Does It Again ... Where's Your Pain?
Can you feel your customer's pain? Where does it really hurt? It's a question you should be asking yourself when marketing to your customers. Honestly, it's a question you should ask yourself when purchasing products/services for yourself. It's pretty interesting to find out how psychology really takes over in how we as a society spend your money.
Give Power To Your Pen!
Live the Good Life on Zero Cash: Got a Story To Tell? We're waiting to hear it. Instead of waiting on a big publisher or for The New York Times to make you a bestseller, you can write your book and get it published with grassroots marketing and, of course, even a little bit of bartering!
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Lytoya Parker
Love What You Do! In this new addition to the Small Business Center, we showcase MOLI members and their businesses, so they can share with us why they love what they do ... and hey, show off a bit!
Love What You Do!: Spotlight on Bianca Black of BeeZee Designs
Love What You Do! In this new edition to the Small Business Center, we'll showcase MOLI members and their businesses, so they can share with us why they love what they do ... and hey, show off a bit!
No Magic Genie Required To Grant Your Wishes
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Would you love to eat at a lavish restaurant at least once a week? Itching to take that dream vacation to an exotic Island? You need to refurnish your home office, but ummmm ... it's not really in the budget right now. Read on to find out how you can possibly find a great alternative!
$10,000 in 90 Days - Can You Do It?
This is an exercise you'll never forget! Take 30 minutes, a pen and a pad, and enjoy the ideas that flow to you. Not just any ideas, but money-making ideas that can turn your business around!
The Loyalty Question
Can you reward effectively without ruffling feathers of others? Jack takes a moment to answer a reader's question on employee loyalty.
To Attract Attention, You Have To Show Off
Recently, a client of mine complained, "I'm really good at what I do. I shouldn't have to market myself." In fact, he is quite good at his profession, but the problem is that not enough prospective clients know about him. Like many professionals, he is reluctant to talk about his accomplishments. "It feels like bragging," he says. "Doesn't it make me seem unprofessional?"
You Got What I Want! Barter is Smarter (Pt 2)
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: Meeting and incentive businesses can utilize barter to boost sales production and also to eliminate excess inventory. It's easy, it's smart, and it works like a charm.
How Healthy is Your Company?
Every type of business, not to mention every type of manager, has a different set of vital statistics that really matter.
Why Referral Marketing Works
Think cold-calling is the most effective way to snag customers? Try referral marketing and catch a new batch of clients. Word of mouth is powerful, since your customers do all the work for you!
You Got What I Want! Tap Into Your Buried Treasures (Pt 1)
Live The Good Life On Zero Cash: Now, I've seen many people shy away from the idea of bartering, because they don't realize what their buried treasure is. They don't understand that what they are sitting on is probably worth a lot more than they think - a goldmine in many cases! Let's take a look at some basic bartering guidelines and how to start thinking about what you have to offer in a different light.
Anatomy of a Sale
Learn the ins and outs of how to seal the deal with a prospect. From creative following up to asking for referrals, this article covers all bases.
How to Become a Spiritual Seller and Attract the Success You Desire
Tired of being a predator on the hunt for a new sale? Learn how to change your approach and see the transformation in your business as you start attracting more sales and understanding yourself on a deeper level.
The Big Shots Are Bartering, Why Aren't You?
Live the Good Life on Zero Cash: I know some folks might think trading is only for the "small fries." Don't think it's only for people who need to be creative, because they are strapped for cash. The "Big Macs" are getting in on it too. Rich people are rich because they are creative with their partnerships and know how to strike a lucrative deal.
My Love Affair with Barter
Live The Good Life on Zero Cash: In this first installment of my Live The Good Life on Zero Cash column, I discuss one of my favorite ways to save cash for my personal life and business: Barter. Learn the basics of bartering and how you can start living the good life without spending a dime!
Manage Your Time with Focus Days
Feeling like you're all over the place? Can't really figure out how to plan your days? With focus days, you'll be able to come up for air and fall in love with a new calendar for your business and life.
Have Your Business Run With or Without You!
When you are in business for yourself, you can never have too much time management and organization. One of the most important things to have is systems in place.
Need a Business Detox?
I gathered some things you can do this spring while you take a minute to smell those roses. There are things we need to do to clear our space and to reflect on what exciting things we'd like to bring into our lives. My approach to Spring-cleaning touches on areas that all entrepreneurs can relate to: - Follow Up Calls - Getting Rid of Clutter - Fire That Client  - Take "Me Time" Breaks
Clear Out the Clutter and Make Room For Opportunities!
Reorganize your office, clean out the excess papers, to ensure more clarity. It's spring cleaning time, let's learn how to make room for abundance! As an amateur golfer, I am sure that you know exactly where is your equipment at all times, in what state it is in and the next time you will use it. Can you say the same of all the pieces of information that live in your office?